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Lincoln weather in January (Nebraska, United States of America)

Curious about the climate in Lincoln this January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In January, Lincoln tends to experience very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 2°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -10°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.

Precipitation

Lincoln in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 15 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month, where the risk of rain is low. It's a great time for outdoor events and activities without the threat of wet weather. Historically, approximately 5 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 177 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lincoln. September typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lincoln climate page with graphs.

 

Lincoln, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 17%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 15 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 70%  
SunshineSunshine 177 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 59%  

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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